Phil Scully

Phil is a partner leading the property litigation team. He has 20 years of experience advising on property-related disputes and is part of the firm’s building safety team.

He advises clients across a range of sectors, including registered providers, charities and local authorities and has experience of a wide range of estate management issues, including 1954 Act lease renewals, dilapidations claims, service charge disputes, rent arrears claims, insolvency issues and forfeiture and possession proceedings, break clause disputes and breach of alienation and user provisions.

Phil advises clients in connection with the proper interpretation and effect of conditional sale agreements, option and overage agreements; applications for, and objections to, adverse possession and prescriptive rights claims; restrictive covenants and nuisance/trespass claims.

He is experienced in acting for clients in court proceedings, arbitrations and expert determinations and is known for delivering clear advice on complex matters and securing commercial outcomes for clients.

Phil is a member of the Property Litigation Association and was ranked as a Next Generation partner in the 2025 Legal 500 rankings.

Legal 500 says:

‘Phil Scully was great to work with on a particularly challenging issue. His advice was clear, well thought out and ensured the matter was concluded swiftly.’

‘Phil Scully has strong experience and technical knowledge in property litigation, is very reliable and combines straight-talking advice with a pleasant, personable manner.’

‘Phil Scully demonstrates an understanding of our sector and a pragmatic approach; willing to take the time to explain complex legal issues and consider all angles.’

‘Phil Scully is approachable, technically excellent and incredibly supportive.’